1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 40 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 200 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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 60 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
