1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith is newer by 28 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith 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 60 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith.
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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith 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 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 60 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
