1961 Austin 7 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 450 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 Fiat 131 (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 7 | 131 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |