1961 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 930 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 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
