1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 1989 TVR S2 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR S2 (151 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 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 220 kg more than 1989 TVR S2.
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 TVR S2 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR S2 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 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 60 | S2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
