1961 Austin 7 vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1430 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 7 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3110 mm |
