1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 30 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt 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 195 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 99 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
