1960 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1257 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |
