1961 Austin 7 vs. 1983 Citroen CX
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 615 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, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1983 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | CX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
