1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1979 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1979 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 99 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
