1960 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 19 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 555 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | 7 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 56 L |
