1961 Austin 7 vs. 1974 Austin 1800
To start off, 1974 Austin 1800 is newer by 13 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin 1800 weights approximately 580 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, 1974 Austin 1800 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1974 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 7 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |
