1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Domino 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Domino weights approximately 15 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 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1996 Daihatsu Domino | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | 7 | Domino |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |