1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 1985 Lada 2104 is newer by 18 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada 2104 (70 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada 2104 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 106 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104.
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, 1967 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 60 | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
