1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1976 Seat 127
To start off, 1976 Seat 127 is newer by 13 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 60 more horse power than 1976 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1976 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1976 Seat 127 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 99 | 127 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |