1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Super 90 | A 99 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |