1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 185 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 99 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
