1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 29 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, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pulsar 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 430 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1992 Nissan Pulsar, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 99 | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |