1961 Austin 7 vs. 1965 Austin A 60
To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 510 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1965 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 7 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |
