1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 99 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
