1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1975 Renault 30 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1975 Renault 30.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | 30 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
