1960 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 984 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 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | Element |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 218 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |