1960 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 37 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 615 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 7 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
