1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 112 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
