1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
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, 1986 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 1986 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1961 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 99 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
