1960 Austin 7 vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 605 is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 685 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, 1992 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1992 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
