1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 41 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1110 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.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 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 | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 144 L |
