1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 38 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, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid 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 80 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid 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 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 99 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |