1960 Austin 7 vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 42 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 660 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (158 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 62 L |
