1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, 1968 MG MGB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGB (97 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 MG MGB.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 1968 MG MGB | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 60 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
