1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 502 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 99 | Navara |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |