1960 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 490 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 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
