1961 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1619 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 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |