1961 Austin 7 vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1961 Austin 7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1400 (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 575 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
