1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 21 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP) has 389 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 413 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper 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 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 60 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 449 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
