1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1976 Datsun Violet
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun Violet (62 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun Violet 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 222 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1976 Datsun Violet | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 60 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
