1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 39 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 532 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 60 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 471 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
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 | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |