1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 15 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Nova 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 | 1977 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 99 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
