1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 328 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99.
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 Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 99 | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |