1960 Austin 7 vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 24 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 690 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, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | 7 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
