1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 41 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 230 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 60 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 36 L |
