1961 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 1979 Porsche 924 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 924 weights approximately 569 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 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 924 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |