1961 Austin 7 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 194 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 Kia Visto (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 7 | Visto |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |