1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 334 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper 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 | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 60 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
