1961 Austin 7 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1220 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 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | 7 | 400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 120 L |