1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 712 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 233 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
