1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 43 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 175 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 99 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
