1960 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 40 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 860 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3130 mm |
