1961 Austin 7 vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 Renault 4 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 4 weights approximately 85 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 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 7 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
