1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 41 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 838 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 60 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 95 L |
