1961 Austin 7 vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1630 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 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 7 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 101 L |
