1961 Austin 7 vs. 1984 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1984 Cadillac DeVille 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 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 930 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 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1984 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 7 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |
