1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 402 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 577 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 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 1 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |
