1960 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 614 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 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Citi |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 124 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 49 L |