1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 39 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 95 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | A 60 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
