1960 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 374 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 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
