1961 Austin 7 vs. 2001 Buick Regal
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 40 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 950 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2001 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 7 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
