1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1963 Rover 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 99 | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 99 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |