1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1970 Holden Monaro is newer by 8 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 99 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |