1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 6 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTA | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 34 L |
