1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 782 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
