1960 Austin 7 vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 14 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 133 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 133 weights approximately 80 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, 1960 Austin 7 (60 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm). This means 1960 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | 133 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
