1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 Saturn Sky (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 186 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | A 99 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
