1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 7 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 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 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 60 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
