1995 Acura Legend vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 33 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
Because 1962 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | Legend | A 99 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |