1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 10 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 663 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra 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 | 1978 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 60 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
