1960 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 665 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 Citroen C4 (160 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
