1961 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 680 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 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
