1961 Austin 7 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 28 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 880 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 7 | 164 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |