1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 12 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 44 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, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan 260 ZX 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 | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
