1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 10 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 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 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 | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
