1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 38 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Laser, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2000 Ford Laser 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. 2000 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
