1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 60 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
