1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 46 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 99 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
