1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 99 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
