1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 5 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 2,292 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 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 160 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 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 | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
