1960 Austin 7 vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1531 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | 7 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 83 L |
