1961 Austin 7 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 495 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Golf |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2512 mm |