1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 894 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 99 | Express |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3440 mm |
