1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 909 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 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 60 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 78 L |
