1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 28 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, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 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 774 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32.
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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G32. (145 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 99 | G32 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |
