1961 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 500 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 Daewoo Lanos (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1999 Daewoo Lanos | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | 7 | Lanos |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |