1961 Austin 7 vs. 1985 Dodge 600
To start off, 1985 Dodge 600 is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge 600 (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 595 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, 1985 Dodge 600 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1985 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
