1961 Austin 7 vs. 1984 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1984 Buick LeSabre is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 986 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1984 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 7 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
