1961 Austin 7 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 31 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 385 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, 1992 Renault 19 (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 7 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
