1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 825 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 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 7 | Bravo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |