2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1963 Austin A 99
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 46 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 600 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1963 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | Q5 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
