1961 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 325 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 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | 7 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |