1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 700 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 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 7 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |