1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
