1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 367 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 Plymouth Volare (232 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 60 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
