1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 90 | Clio |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |