1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 43 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 57 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Honda Z 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 99 | Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
