1961 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 995 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 7 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
