1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 45 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 269 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 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano 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 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
