1960 Austin 7 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 630 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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |
