1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 664 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 99 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
