1961 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1997 Fiat Panda 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 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, 1961 Austin 7 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1997 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
