1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte 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 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte 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 302 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
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, 2009 Kia Forte, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A 99 | Forte |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |