1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1951 Austin A 40

To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Austin A 60 1951 Austin A 40
Make Austin Austin
Model A 60 A 40
Year Released 1965 1951
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1621 cc 1200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 49 HP
Torque 122 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.2 mm 65.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 34 L


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]