1961 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 755 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 Peugeot 505 (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | 7 | 505 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |