1960 Austin 7 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 325 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 Lancia Delta (105 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
