1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 25 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra 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 440 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
