1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 1300 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
