1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1967 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1967 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 188 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1967 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 55 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
