1961 Austin 7 vs. 1993 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 32 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 706 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1993 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
