1960 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 36 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1100 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, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1996 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 7 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
