1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1134 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 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 60 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |