1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 42 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
