1995 Acura Legend vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 36 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 65 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 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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Acura | Austin |
Model | Legend | A 99 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |