1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1960 Austin A 99
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 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 4 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1960 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 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 | 1960 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 99 | A 99 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |