1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 8 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 99 | Coronet |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |