1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 34 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 77 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
