1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 213 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 Toyota Picnic, 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 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic 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 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 60 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |