1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |