1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 30 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (146 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 600 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV 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 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
