1961 Austin 7 vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 41 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), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 990 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
