1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Austin | Alvis |
| Model | A 99 | TF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
