1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1972 Opel Commodore 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Commodore (114 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Commodore weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 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, 1972 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 60 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
