1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1590 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | NV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
