1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 12 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 99 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |