1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 19 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (93 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 68 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 1981 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
