1961 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2006 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 45 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 740 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, 2006 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2006 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Austin | Ascari |
| Model | 7 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2636 mm |
