1961 Austin 7 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1640 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | 7 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3280 mm |
