1961 Abarth 2200 vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, both 1961 Abarth 2200 and 1961 Austin A 99 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2200 (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2200.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2200 | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 2200 | A 99 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 34 L |