1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 47 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 177 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 90 | Trafic |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |