1961 Austin 7 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 345 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 Vauxhall Astra (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | 7 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
