1961 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 180 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, 1961 Austin 7 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | Life |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |