1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1968 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1964 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 60 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 60 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |