1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 39 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 72 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro 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 | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 99 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
