1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 28 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina 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 498 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 99 | Carina |
Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |