1961 Austin 7 vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1984 Nissan Santana 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Santana (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 535 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 Nissan Santana (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 7 | Santana |
Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |