1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 38 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (202 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 650 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, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Town Car 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 | 1999 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | A 60 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 202 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |