1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
