1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint is newer by 45 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. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 678 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Mint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2005 Tata Mint | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 99 | Mint |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |