1961 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1020 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 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 7 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
