1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 27 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 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 60 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605.
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, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 1990 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 99 | 605 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |