1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 27 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 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 60 | Festiva |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |