1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1977 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Sedan 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
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 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 1977 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1977 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 99 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2930 mm |
