1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1973 Chevrolet Vega

To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 10 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 1973 Chevrolet Vega 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. 1973 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Austin A 99 1973 Chevrolet Vega
Make Austin Chevrolet
Model A 99 Vega
Year Released 1963 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2287 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 107 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 91.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 42 L


 

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