2000 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Austin A 99
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 37 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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 25 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1963 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
