1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1964 DKW F 102
To start off, both 1964 Austin A 60 and 1964 DKW F 102 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1964 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 DKW F 102, 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, 1964 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 60 | 1964 DKW F 102 | |
Make | Austin | DKW |
Model | A 60 | F 102 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 31 L |