1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1973 Austin Marina
To start off, 1973 Austin Marina is newer by 5 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1973 Austin Marina. 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, 1968 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1973 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 60 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
