1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada is newer by 16 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Granada (96 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 382 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Granada 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 | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
