1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 50 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 99 | Touran |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 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 | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |