1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 952 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 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 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 60 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
