1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 36 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Austin | Venturi |
| Model | A 60 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 307 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
