1961 Austin 7 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 14 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 965 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
