1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna 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 80 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
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, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 1998 Renault Laguna 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. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 99 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
