1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1967 Fiat Dino is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 280 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino 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 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 60 | Dino |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 44 L |