1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 666 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
