1961 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
