1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord 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, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2003 Honda Accord 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. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 99 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |