1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 39 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 860 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy 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 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 60 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
