1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 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 S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 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 244 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 99 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |