1961 Austin 7 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 297 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, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
