1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera 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 Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera 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 31 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera.
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 Primera, 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera 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 Primera | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
