1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 33 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 69 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, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis 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 | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | A 60 | Mantis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
