1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1969 Isuzu 117 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu 117 (120 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 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 38 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Isuzu 117 (143 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 60 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
