1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Optra 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 Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Optra 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 319 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Optra.
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 Optra, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Optra. (166 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 Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2011 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 99 | Optra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
