1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1600 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
