1960 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Chrysler 300
To start off, 1999 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 990 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, 1999 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1999 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1999 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6450 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 100 L |
