1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 481 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
