1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 50 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti 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 | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Austin | Avanti |
Model | A 99 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |