1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 1969 Austin 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 1300 (70 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300, 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, 1967 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 34 L |
