1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 29 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60.
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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Austin | Italdesign |
| Model | A 60 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
