1960 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2007 Skoda Roomster 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Roomster (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 710 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 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2007 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | 7 | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |
