1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 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 1 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 60 | Record |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
