1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Sebring 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 1240 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 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2009 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1968 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
