1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1959 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, both 1959 Austin A 99 and 1959 Studebaker Sky Hawk were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1959 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Austin | Studebaker |
| Model | A 99 | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |
