1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 90 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |