1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 738 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 99 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 99 L |
