1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 38 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 508 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, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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 | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 60 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |