1961 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Austin Marina
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 18 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 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 270 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, 1979 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1979 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 7 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
