1960 Austin 7 vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1972 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 385 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, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1972 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
