1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 35 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 565 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 7 | 146 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |