1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 45 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. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 673 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 99 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 49 L |
