1960 Austin 7 vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1980 Lancia Trevi is newer by 20 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 535 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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (135 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 52 L |
