1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1969 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 9 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 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 336 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80, 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU Ro 80. 1969 NSU Ro 80 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. 1969 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Austin | NSU |
| Model | A 99 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
