1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (72 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri 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 110 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
