1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (81 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona 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 173 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
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 Toyota Corona (115 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1969 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
