1961 Austin 7 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1961 Austin 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 762 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
