1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 19 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 99 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
