1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera 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 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 1300 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
