1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 42 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 50 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 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja 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 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 99 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
