1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 49 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 755 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 7 | 147 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1910 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 | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |