1960 Austin 7 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1112 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
