1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 1999 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 38 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 85 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1999 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Austin | Mahindra |
| Model | A 99 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
