1964 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 35 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 99 | 1999 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 99 | Venture |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |