1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1976 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1976 Nissan Cedric is newer by 15 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 33 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cedric. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1976 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
