1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1960 Austin A 99
To start off, 1967 Austin 1300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 672 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1960 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 34 L |
