1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 49 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
