1960 Austin 7 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1230 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | 7 | Korando |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 256 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |