1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 22 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 99 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| 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 | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
