1961 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 885 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 60 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
