1960 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 47 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1199 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 76 L |
