1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 99 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 99 | Viper |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |