1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 850 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 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 60 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 176 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |