1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 312 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 1957 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 60 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 60 | P4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |