1961 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 36 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 803 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
