1977 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Austin A 99
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 17 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, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
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, 1977 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1960 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
