1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 37 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP) has 534 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 68 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | A 60 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 573 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
