1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 576 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.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape 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 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
