1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99.
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 Opel Insignia, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 99 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2737 mm |
