1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
