1960 Austin 7 vs. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 4 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 280 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, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1964 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 37 L |
