1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 36 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 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 670 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
