1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 52 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 119 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2012 Jeep Patriot, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | A 99 | Patriot |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |