1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99.
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 Volkswagen T5, 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 99 | T5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |