1961 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1586 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 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 7 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |