1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 45 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, 2010 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo 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 515 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo, 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
