1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1992 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (74 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 108 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ford Sierra (122 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
