1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 11 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 44 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 99 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
