1961 Austin 7 vs. 1990 Austin Montego
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Austin Montego weights approximately 500 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, 1990 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1990 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 7 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
