1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 44 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 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1284 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
