1961 Austin 7 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 950 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 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | 7 | Trooper |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |