1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 50 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 690 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 99 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |