1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1210 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Express |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3440 mm |
