1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 50 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Insight, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 99 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
