1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 6 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (118 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 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 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 60 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
