1961 Austin 7 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 655 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 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | 7 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
