1960 Austin 7 vs. 1978 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 18 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 480 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, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1978 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1978 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
