1988 Audi 200 vs. 1964 Austin A 99
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200, 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 200 | 1964 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 200 | A 99 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
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 | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |