1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1974 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1974 Mazda 1000 is newer by 12 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 1000 (49 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 1000 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 408 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000.
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, 1962 Austin A 60 (87 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1974 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
