1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1963 Triumph TR4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 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 6 more horse power than 1963 Triumph TR4. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 99 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
