1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1967 TVR Tuscan 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
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 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 99 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 71 L |