1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 99 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |