1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 21 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada 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 | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 99 | Mirada |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |