1961 Austin 7 vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 1989 Skoda Favorit 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda Favorit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda Favorit (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Favorit weights approximately 330 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 Skoda Favorit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda Favorit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | 7 | Favorit |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |