1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 884 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 60 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
