1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 30 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 168 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique 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 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Austin | Venturi |
| Model | A 60 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
