1961 Austin 7 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 740 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 Renault 25 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 7 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
