1970 Audi 100 vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 9 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 28 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
