1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 67 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1983 Ford Mustang 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 | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
