1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 35 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 265 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 1964 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice 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 | 1999 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 60 | Joice |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
