1961 Austin 7 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 722 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 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
