1964 Austin A 99 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 99 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
