1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1968 Austin A 60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 148 kg more than 1968 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin A 60 | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 60 | Berline |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |