1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1125 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 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | 7 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |