1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 99 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
