1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila 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 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 445 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 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2008 Opel Agila | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | 7 | Agila |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |