1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (74 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra 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 98 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1987 Ford Sierra (123 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Sierra 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 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
