1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Austin A 90 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2673 mm |
