1960 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 50 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 835 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Austin | Brilliance |
| Model | 7 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |
