1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 90 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 99 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
