1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 45 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP) has 366 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 631 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 426 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
