1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 512 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 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 60 | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 60 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 272 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |