1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 195 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 99 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 95 L |
