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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1110 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 |