1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
