1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 12 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper 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 | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 99 | Viper |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |