1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 35 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 438 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
