1967 Audi Variant vs. 1963 Austin A 99
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 4 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 28 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. 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, 1967 Audi Variant, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1963 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Variant | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |
