1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra is newer by 34 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 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Supra (125 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 495 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 928 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra 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 | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
