1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 36 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 8 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1964 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 60 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
