1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 99 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
