1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 9 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 48 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 99 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
