1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 55 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Austin Chevrolet
Model A 99 Camaro
Year Released 1962 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2760 mm


 

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