1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1961 Austin A 60
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 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 50 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1961 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 99 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
