1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 25 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard 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 15 kg more than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
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, 1986 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Leopard 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 | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
