1961 Austin 7 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 17 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1180 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | 7 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3030 mm |