1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 49 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 285 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 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 99 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
