1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 53 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 60 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
