1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 48 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 177 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
