1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 1999 Honda Passport is newer by 40 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport 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, 1999 Honda Passport, 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, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1999 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 99 | Passport |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
