1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
