1961 Austin 7 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1961 Austin 7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 2083 kg more than 1961 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Austin | Daimler |
| Model | 7 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3740 mm |
