1961 Austin 7 vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream 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 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 700 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 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2001 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
