1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 42 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
