1961 Austin 7 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 790 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
