1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 44 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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 45 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 99 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 99 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |