1960 Austin 7 vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 23 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 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2725 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Austin | ZIL |
| Model | 7 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3340 mm |
