1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 43 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, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort 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 390 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
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, 2005 Ford Escort, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
