1961 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Lancia Dedra is newer by 37 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 560 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, 1998 Lancia Dedra (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1998 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
