1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro 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 240 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 99 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 99 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |