1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1998 Ford Tracer is newer by 35 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1998 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ford Tracer, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Tracer. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1998 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
