1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 27 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 270 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
Model | SZ | A 99 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |