1960 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1997 Fiat Coupe 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 570 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 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1997 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1997 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
