1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 39 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera 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 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 99 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
