1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 633 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 99 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
