1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 44 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (138 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 494 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass 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 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 60 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
