1960 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 38 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 940 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 7 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
