1960 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1067 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 7 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 90 L |
