1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 487 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 60 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
