1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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 130 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici 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 | 2009 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 99 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
