1961 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 865 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 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 7 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
