1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1185 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 1968 Austin A 60 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 60 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
