1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 35 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe 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 250 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe 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 | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 99 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
