1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 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, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 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 210 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
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 Saab 900, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Austin | Saab |
Model | A 99 | 900 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |