1991 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
