1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 51 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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo 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 375 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 99 | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
