1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1968 Austin A 60
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 16 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 16 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1968 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTV6 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
