1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1990 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
