1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege 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 10 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 255 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99.
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 Mazda Protege, 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) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege 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 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 99 | Protege |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
