1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 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, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 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 240 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
