1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 46 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 712 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 60 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
