1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 60 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
