1961 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 38 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Pluriel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 386 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, 1999 Citroen Pluriel (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Pluriel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1999 Citroen Pluriel | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | 7 | Pluriel |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |