1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude 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 200 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Because 1966 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude 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 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 60 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
