1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 475 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 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | 7 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2525 mm |
