1961 Austin 7 vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 204 is newer by 9 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 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 270 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, 1970 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
