1961 Austin 7 vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 495 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 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |