1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 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 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 643 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera 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 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 60 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
