1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1992 Toyota MR2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota MR2 (154 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 115 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, 1992 Toyota MR2 (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 60 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 154 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |