1960 Austin 7 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1966 Rover P5 is newer by 6 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 1120 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 7 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 54 L |
