1960 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 721 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 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 62 L |
