1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 11 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, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 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 212 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 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 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
