1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 24 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica 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 306 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 99 | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
