1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 124 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
