1961 Austin 7 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR7 is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 405 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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | 7 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
