1961 Austin 7 vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1982 Maserati 420 is newer by 21 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 570 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | 7 | 420 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |