1961 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 50 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 789 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 7 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |