1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1078 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 250 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 Lotec Sirius | |
Make | Austin | Lotec |
Model | A 99 | Sirius |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 1185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 1346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |