1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1990 Venturi Coupe 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 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe 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 275 kg more than 1990 Venturi Coupe.
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, 1990 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe 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 | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Venturi |
Model | A 99 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |