1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 99 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |