1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 60 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
