1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 51 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 269 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 99 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |