1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta 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 62 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 1968 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 60 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
