1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 132 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
