1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 33 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 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 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 216 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 81 L |
