1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 198 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 99 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |
