1961 Austin 7 vs. 1981 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 930 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1981 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | 7 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
