1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 201 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue.
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 Saturn Vue, 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | A 99 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
