1961 Austin 7 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 590 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 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | 7 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
