1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz AIV weights approximately 60 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV 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 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Austin | Panoz |
| Model | A 60 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
