1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1979 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 17 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 566 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat 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 | 1979 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Austin | Bitter |
| Model | A 60 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
