1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 49 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 137 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 99 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
