1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 Pontiac Sunbird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 99 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |