1961 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1380 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 7 | Element |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |