1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 99 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
