1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 70 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Because 1962 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 60 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
