1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 10 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), 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 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 152 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
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, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1972 Volkswagen 1600 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 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 60 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69 mm |
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 | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |