1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 Renault Logan (87 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan 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 65 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan.
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 Renault Logan, 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 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan 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 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 60 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
