1961 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 1998 Vector M12 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Vector M12 weights approximately 1020 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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Austin | Vector |
| Model | 7 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
