1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 74 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra 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 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 60 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
