1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 267 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 Toyota 2000GT 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 Toyota 2000GT. 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 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |