1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit 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 | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 60 | Hit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
