1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 20 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 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 99 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
