1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 12 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 410 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
