1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 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 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang 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 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4006 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
