1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 50 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 99 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
