1987 Audi 200 vs. 1963 Austin A 99
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 24 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, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 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 415 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 200 | 1963 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 200 | A 99 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |