1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V50 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 7 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
