1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 818 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, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Deauville 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 | 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 60 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 120 L |
