1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2000 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 33 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 (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 472 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.
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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 2000 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 1300 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |