1961 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 34 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 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1420 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
