1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 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, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 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 60 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
