1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 31 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster 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 177 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster.
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, 1999 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster 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 | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 60 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 147 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |