1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 429 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 129 L |
