1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana 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 345 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 Torana (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana 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 Torana | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 99 | Torana |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |