1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1994 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 26 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aspire (63 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire 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 192 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire.
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, 1994 Ford Aspire, 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, 1968 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1994 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
