1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR6 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR6 (104 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR6 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 34 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR6.
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 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR6 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 | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 60 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
