1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 600 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 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram 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 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 99 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
