1961 Austin 7 vs. 1974 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1974 Lancia 2000 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia 2000 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 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1974 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
