1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 Fiat Legram
To start off, 1996 Fiat Legram is newer by 37 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, 1996 Fiat Legram (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Legram should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99.
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, 1996 Fiat Legram, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1996 Fiat Legram | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 99 | Legram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
