1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 90 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 60 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
