1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 44 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 488 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 60 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
