1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 30 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude 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 296 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1962 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 99 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
