1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 120 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
