1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 25 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra 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 105 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
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, 1989 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra 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 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
