1961 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2000 Saturn LW 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 868 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, 2000 Saturn LW (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | 7 | LW |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
