1961 Austin A 60 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 50 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1699 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 148 L |
