1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 37 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 9 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z 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, 2001 Honda Z 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, 1964 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 60 | Z |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
