1960 Austin 7 vs. 1968 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 8 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 880 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1968 Austin 3-Litre | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | 7 | 3-Litre |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 219 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 65 L |