1960 Austin 7 vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1973 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 13 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 390 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 38 L |
