1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 41 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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe 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 328 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe, 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) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 99 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 177 Nm |
| 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 | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
