1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro 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 130 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1992 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 99 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |