1960 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 570 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |