1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1740 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 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 2000 Ford Excursion 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. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 99 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3490 mm |