1960 Austin 7 vs. 1985 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 25 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Daytona (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 615 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1985 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
