1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 44 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 39 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Ka, 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2003 Ford Ka | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 99 | Ka |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |