1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 53 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 70 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 99 | Orlando |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
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 | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |