1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 47 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 980 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, 2008 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | 7 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
