1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon 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 9 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1962 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon 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 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 60 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
