1960 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 46 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 939 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 7 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |
