1961 Austin 7 vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 600 weights approximately 665 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 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1994 Rover 600 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | 7 | 600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |