1961 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 950 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
