1961 Austin 7 vs. 1988 Bitter Type III
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 27 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 690 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1988 Bitter Type III | |
| Make | Austin | Bitter |
| Model | 7 | Type III |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
