1960 Austin 7 vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 28 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 900 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 7 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
