1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1963 Austin A 99
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 21 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 1963 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Quattro | A 99 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |