1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 19 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
