1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1970 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1970 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 464 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang 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 | 1970 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 7014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
