1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 727 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 1978 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
