1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 31 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, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 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 255 kg more than 1994 Rover 600.
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, 1994 Rover 600, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1994 Rover 600 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 99 | 600 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |