1961 Austin 7 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 610 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 Peugeot 306 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
