1961 Austin 7 vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Magnus 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 746 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 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | 7 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
