1961 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 46 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1133 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
