1961 Austin 7 vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 260 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 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | 7 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
