1961 Austin 7 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 26 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 240 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | 7 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |