1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon 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 11 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1994 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon 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 | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 60 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |
