1961 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 726 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 Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
