1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 463 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 60 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
