1960 Austin 7 vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 34 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 210 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, 1994 Renault Express (79 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1994 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 7 | Express |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
