1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 39 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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster 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 465 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 99 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |