1961 Austin 7 vs. 1982 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1982 Talbot Tagora 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 645 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 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1982 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | 7 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
