1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 33 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 468 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE 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 | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 60 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
