1961 Austin A vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1961 Austin A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 185 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. 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, 1961 Austin A (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A | Corona |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
