1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2001 Ford EX 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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 350 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX 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 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX 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 | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | EX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
