1971 Austin 3 vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 9 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, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 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 40 kg more than 1971 Austin 3.
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 @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 3 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
