1960 Austin 7 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 715 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 Renault 25 (240 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 7 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 38 L |
