1960 Austin 7 vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1982 Holden Camira 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Camira weights approximately 430 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 Holden Camira (125 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1982 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 7 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
