1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 15 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 705 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra 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 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 60 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
