1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1953 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 279 kg more than 1962 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1953 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | Austin | Daimler |
| Model | A 60 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
