1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang 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 140 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang 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 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 99 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |