1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (106 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60.
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, 1992 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang 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 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
