2000 Audi TT vs. 1963 Austin A 99
To start off, 2000 Audi TT 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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 220 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 2000 Audi TT 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 TT 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 TT (226 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1963 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | TT | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
