1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (64 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 190 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1962 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
