1960 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 930 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | 7 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 352 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |