1960 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 944 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 76 L |
