1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 43 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 99 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
