1961 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 1140 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 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
