1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1970 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1970 Skoda 110 L is newer by 9 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, 1961 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 L. 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, 1961 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1970 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 60 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 31 L |
