1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1962 Willys-Overland Dauphine
To start off, both 1962 Austin A 60 and 1962 Willys-Overland Dauphine were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1962 Willys-Overland Dauphine | |
| Make | Austin | Willys-Overland |
| Model | A 60 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
