1960 Austin 7 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 33 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1120 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 82 L |
