1961 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 520 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 Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Quantum 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 Quantum | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
