1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 44 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3980 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 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 99 | Commercial |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 5510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |