1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 321 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 | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
