1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 39 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 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti, 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, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Lacetti 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 | 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 60 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
