1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 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 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 60 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
