1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 20 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
