1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 27 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont 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 158 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont 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. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 60 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
