1961 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Fiat 126
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat 126 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin 7 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1995 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
