1961 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 922 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 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |