1961 Austin 7 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 245 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 Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Chevette | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | 7 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
