1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 30 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 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 480 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 99 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
