1960 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 513 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (161 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
