1960 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 45 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 505 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
