1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION 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, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION 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 280 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
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 Saturn ION, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Austin | Saturn |
Model | A 99 | ION |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |