1960 Austin 7 vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1994 Subaru SVX 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 1010 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 Subaru SVX (301 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1994 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 7 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
