1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 43 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 36 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
