1961 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Optima (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 878 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 Kia Optima (199 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
