1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1969 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1969 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 7 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini GT 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 438 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1969 Bizzarrini GT 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 | 1969 Bizzarrini GT | |
| Make | Austin | Bizzarrini |
| Model | A 60 | GT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
