1960 Austin 7 vs. 2001 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 41 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 820 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2001 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2001 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | 7 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
