1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 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 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
