1961 Austin 7 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (65 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 375 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 Peugeot 305 (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
