1960 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 990 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 Lancia Zeta (186 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
