1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 602 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
