1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 30 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 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 40 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 99 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
