1961 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 615 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 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Bora |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |