1961 Austin 7 vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1981 Subaru Coupe 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 305 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 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 7 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
