1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1983 Ford GT
To start off, 1983 Ford GT is newer by 22 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT 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 400 kg more than 1983 Ford GT.
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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1983 Ford GT | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
