1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 22 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2217 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 1984 ZIL 4104 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. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Austin | ZIL |
| Model | A 60 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |
