1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (145 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 600 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 60 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |