1967 Alpine A vs. 1964 Austin A 99
To start off, 1967 Alpine A is newer by 3 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, 1964 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1967 Alpine A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alpine A | 1964 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 34 L |
