1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1981 Renault Siete
To start off, 1981 Renault Siete is newer by 21 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1981 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Renault Siete, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1981 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 99 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
