1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (112 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 408 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 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 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
