1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 20 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
