1960 Austin 7 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 38 L |
