1960 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 939 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 129 L |
