1961 Austin 7 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1290 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 7 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
