1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 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 17 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131.
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, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 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 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 60 | 131 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 111 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |