1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1972 Toyota Century is newer by 10 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 276 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 99 | Century |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |