1960 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 48 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1590 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 148 L |
