1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 420 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 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | Civic |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |