1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 60 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 60 | Polo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |