1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1978 Lancia Stratos 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos 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 138 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
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 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos 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 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 60 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
