1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 54 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 121 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 99 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |