1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra 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 110 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
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, 1966 Austin A 60 (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
