1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 170 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 Peugeot 106 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | 7 | 106 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |