1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1986 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 19 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 580 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti 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 | 1986 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | A 60 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3400 mm |
