1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 50 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage 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 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 99 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
