1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 28 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 583 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.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 60 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |