1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1969 TVR Vixen 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen 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 380 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
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 TVR Vixen (130 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1969 TVR Vixen 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 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 60 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
