1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 36 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 835 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari 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 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 60 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
