1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 17 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 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 180 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260. 1979 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 99 | 260 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |