1961 Austin 7 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 33 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 58 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | AX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
