1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
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 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 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) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 99 | 88 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |