1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 21 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 60 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
