1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 23 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 40 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 99 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |