1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 135 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.
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 Rover 620i, 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, 1992 Rover 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i 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 | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 60 | 620i |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
