1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 38 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 210 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.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX 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 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 60 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
