1960 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 1220 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 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Austin | Luxgen |
Model | 7 | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1768 mm |