1961 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 39 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan Sentra (176 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
