1961 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 528 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 Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Polo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |