1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 37 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira 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 70 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira.
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, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira. 2000 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 99 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
