1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 22 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpine V6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | V6 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
