1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 14 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 1976 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 60 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
