1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 38 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (153 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 386 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, 2005 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS 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 | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 60 | IS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
