1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 48 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 6 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 99 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2673 mm |
