1961 Austin 7 vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 12 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 750 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
