1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 1960 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
