1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 348 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 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape 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 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| 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 | 124 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
