1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 1195 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 Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara 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 Antara | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 7 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
