1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 35 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 274 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.
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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country 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 | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 99 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |