1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 605 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra 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 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 60 | Electra |
Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |