1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 435 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 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |
