1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 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 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 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 158 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
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 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1978 Mazda RX-2 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 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
