1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 48 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 298 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2010 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Austin | Smart |
| Model | A 60 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 92 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 | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |
