1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1974 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1974 Holden Monaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Holden Monaro.
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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1974 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 99 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |