1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1999 Nissan Stagea 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Stagea (129 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 312 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, 1999 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 1999 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
