1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto 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 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 33 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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 Fiat Punto, 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 99 | Punto |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |