1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 291 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
