1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 46 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 298 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 99 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
