1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 777 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 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 99 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| 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 | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
