1961 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 981 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 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | XM |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
