1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, both 1968 Austin A 60 and 1968 Lancia Fulvia were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1968 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 1968 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Fulvia 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 | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 60 | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |