1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 TVR Tasmin is newer by 26 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 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin 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 | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 99 | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |