1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 60 | G12 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
