1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1162 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2919 mm |