1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima 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 76 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima.
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 Kia Optima, 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, 2012 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima 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 | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 99 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
