1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 52 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 300 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster.
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, 2012 Dacia Duster, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Austin | Dacia |
Model | A 90 | Duster |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2673 mm |