1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 50 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 60 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
