1961 Austin 7 vs. 2003 Dodge Kahuna
To start off, 2003 Dodge Kahuna is newer by 42 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Kahuna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2003 Dodge Kahuna | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Kahuna |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
