1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 32 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 86 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, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 60 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
