1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1961 Austin 7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 70 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
