1961 Austin 7 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 8 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 745 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
