1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2008 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
