1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 45 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (69 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 53 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1967 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 60 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
