1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 48 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 651 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, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
