1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 679 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 99 | 100 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
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 | 851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 109 L |