1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Renault 4
To start off, 1983 Renault 4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 877 kg more than 1983 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 4, 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1983 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
