1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 17 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) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 99 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |